Celtic might not be the Invincibles any more but the Hoops are still hurtling towards an historic double Treble.

Despite a number of top team stars struggling to live up to last season's incredible levels of consistency Brendan Rodgers' side have still been too good for their closest rivals when it really mattered.

In Scott Brown they have a skipper who continues to lead by example as perhaps the best player in the Premiership.

Elsewhere, James Forrest has found the consistency to match his talent and Olivier Ntcham looks a quality acquisition in midfield.

Here, Record Sport Online rates Celtic man-by-man for the season so far.

Craig Gordon

The 35-year-old has proved yet again this season that age is merely a number. While the Scottish keeper has conceded 40 goals in 40 matches, it should be noted that 17 of them came at the hands of European giants PSG and Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

Domestically, Gordon has made numerous big saves with a defence in front of him that has been questionable to say the least. The Scotland international suffered a knee injury during Celtic’s 1-0 win over Hibernian in January and isn’t expected to return until the tail end of the season. 7

Dorus de Vries

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The Dutch keeper has been a regular on Celtic’s bench since his arrival from Nottingham Forest, lurking in the shadows of Gordon. However, following the number one's injury de Vries was thrown straight into the firing line against Hibs and expected to perform instantly.

To the 37-year-old’s credit, he held his own for the remainder of a tough game against the Edinburgh side but his performances since then have been far from convincing, mainly in a 3-0 horror show away at Zenit in the Europa League. 3

Scott Bain

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An unexpected January loan signing from Dundee, Bain was handed a derby debut on the biggest of occasions against Rangers. As the Ibrox side took the lead on two occasions, it would be understandable if the 26-year-old was shaken slightly. Nevertheless, Bain remained focus and pulled off some excellent saves for the rest of the derby clash and in the following match against Motherwell. 5

Jozo Simunovic

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Despite the Bosnian playing like the club’s best centre-half when partnered with Kristoffer Ajer, Simunovic has dipped in and out of Celtic’s defence throughout the season. He's failed to play more than three games on the bounce in the league. The defender also experienced problems with his Achilles tendon in October last year.

After an avoidable foul on Alfredo Morelos that ensured the defender saw red in the derby clash at Ibrox, Simunovic must improve on the finer parts of his game if he is to cement his place in Celtic’s defence for the future. 6

Dedryck Boyata

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The 27-year-old has played virtually every game since early season injury troubles, excluding six matches he missed in February with another knee complaint. However, in some matches the Belgian appears to lose his composure completely. The 3-2 win against Rangers provided an example of this as Windass’ opener came as a result of his poor defending.

The defender appears to be trusted by his manager when it comes to keeping the opposition out but he must improve his game if he is to get the fans trust on his side. 6

Marvin Compper

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Celtic signed the German defender from RB Leipzig in January. However, after sustaining an injury to his calf in training soon after his move, Compper has only managed one appearance in a 3-0 win over Greenock Morton.

Rodgers wanted an experience defender at the back and he has that with Compper, but it is still far too early to make a judgment on the 32-year-old with a lack of appearances for his new club. 4

Kristoffer Ajer

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After spending the second half of last season on loan with Kilmarnock, Ajer returned to Parkhead with a point to prove. Initially struggling to get into Celtic’s starting 11, the Norwegian now looks like the club’s best defender.

The 19-year-old has been focused and controlled at the back. He’s comfortable taking the ball into the midfield and starting an attack, a trait that suits Brendan Rodgers’ style of play perfectly. The defender has now started 12 matches in a row and doesn’t look like he’ll be dropped anytime soon. 7

Jack Hendry

The 22-year-old rejoined the club where he spent part of his youth development in the January transfer window and has looked the part since his move from Dundee. Hendry has already been involved in games against Aberdeen, Rangers and Motherwell since his deadline day move, with the match against Rangers in particular showing the player’s real potential.

The Scottish defender was brought on when Jozo Simunovic was sent for an early bath after elbowing Alfredo Morelos in the Ibrox derby. Hendry was thrown into the firing line but the defender showed his maturity, staying composed both on and off the ball. 5

Kieran Tierney

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Celtic’s full back is not only one of the best defenders in the league but one of the best players in the country. The 20-year-old has been a delight to watch this campaign as he was during the last. Brendan Rodgers has developed the academy graduate more than both the players and fans would have imagined in a short space of time.

Tierney has been able to add goals to his game as well, with four in all competitions so far this season, double the tally from last season. The defender is only three assists away from matching his assist record of 12 from the previous campaign as well. 8

Mikael Lustig

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When it comes to the fullback position on the right, Mikael Lustig hasn’t exactly got competition to steal his place. Cristian Gamboa appears not to be favoured by the Celtic boss and Anthony Ralston’s loan move to Dundee United for the remainder of the season rules him out of the equation.

While the Swedish defender provides experience at the back of Celtic’s team, he doesn’t necessarily show it all the time. His defending has been questionable at times to put it lightly and the manner he switched off completely for Zenit’s third goal in the Europa League highlighted real concerns.

He needs to get back to his best or a new recruit from this summer’s transfer window could give him a challenge for the position he currently holds unchallenged. 5

Cristian Gamboa

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Three appearances. That’s all the Costa Rican full back has played this season. Gamboa looked completely out of depth in the 3-0 defeat against Bayern Munich but then again, most defenders would with the German club’s firepower.

Regardless, Gamboa will likely be looking for more game time as he approaches the prime of his career and the likelyhood is he’ll have to go elsewhere. 2

Scott Brown

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Earning a whopping 29 per cent of the vote, the Celtic skipper was deservedly chosen as Scotland's player of the year by Record Sport readers. Brown continues to set the standard for those around him and seems to save his very best for the biggest games.

The 32-year-old's display after his side went down to 10-men at Ibrox in March was as complete a captain's performance as you're likely to see. Brown was everywhere, breaking up play, retaining possession and keeping those around him in line. 9

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Olivier Ntcham

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A look at Celtic's midfield options at the start of the season suggested there would be fierce competition for places but, as the campaign has progressed, Ntcham has began to establish himself as an integral player for Rodgers.

He's chipped in with goals and assists and is an incisive passer of the ball. At only 22, the Frenchman looks a real find and, like his skipper, an imposing performance against Rangers last month underlined his quality. 8

Stuart Armstrong

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Much was expected of Armstrong after a career-best showing last term, but it hasn't quite happened for the former Dundee United man this season. He entered the campaign under a cloud of contract uncertainty and his future still hangs in the balance as he enters the final year of his current deal.

Injuries have undoubtedly played a part in his stuttering form, however, and it's been very much a stop-start season for the 25-year-old. He'll hope to make a delayed impact in delivering more silverware as the campaign edges to a close. 6

Callum McGregor

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Another player Rodgers seems to trust to deliver when it matters most, McGregor continues to be one of Celtic's men for the big occasion and was handed the captaincy against St Johnstone in February.

A tireless worker with a knack for scoring crucial goals (think Bayern Munich and Zenit), his all-round game is arguably underrated alongside a host of bigger names. The challenge for McGregor going forward is to really establish himself as the main man in midfield. 7

Eboue Kouassi

Despite being a player with an unenviable level of competition for his place, a number of Kouassi's performances have suggested his big breakthrough at Celtic might not be far off.

At 20, he has plenty of time on his side and Rodgers has already anointed him as the natural successor to Scott Brown. A fearless display in the home leg against Zenit has been the highlight of the Ivorian's season. 6

Nir Bitton

The Israeli's season began in testing circumstances as he was thrust into an unfamiliar centre-back role as Celtic battled a defensive crisis throughout their Champions League qualifying campaign.

It was a position he never looked comfortable in and he spent plenty of time on the fringes before his campaign was cruelly ended with a knee injury. 4

Patrick Roberts

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His second coming last summer had Celtic fans delirious with excitement after a stunning end to the 2016/17 campaign but injury has severely curtailed Roberts' impact, making only 12 appearances all season after re-joining on loan.

It will have been a hugely frustrating time for the Manchester City maestro but he showed signs of being back to his old self during a cameo against Motherwell before the international break. Roberts will be desperate to make a contribution before what could be the end of his Celtic career. 5

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Tom Rogic

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The big Aussie is a match-winner, plain and simple. Like several of his teammates, Rogic has had his injury troubles and his absence has been felt as Celtic have often lacked the guile and spark of last season.

He's steadily returned to form since the winter break and another pearler against Rangers was a reminder of what he brings to the table. The Hoops will hope to tie him down on a new deal sooner rather than later - especially if he lights up the World Cup this summer. 7

Jonny Hayes

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Arguably the best player in the Premiership outside of the all-conquering Hoops last season, Hayes undoubtedly earned his big move to Parkhead. But it's been a nightmare first campaign for the Irishman, having suffered a broken leg just when it looked like he was settling into his new surroundings. 2

Scott Sinclair

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After one of the most spectacular debut campaigns in recent Scottish football history, Sinclair's displays have puzzled rather than dazzled this season. With 17 goals to his name, the Englishman retains his position as Celtic's top scorer but his all-round impact just hasn't been the same and he's lost the swagger that helped earn a clean-sweep of personal accolades in 2016/17.

That Rodgers has chosen to drop him for a number of big games in the second half of this season has been telling and rumours have begun to swirl as to whether he'll return south of the border next term. 6

Charly Musonda

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His January arrival was hailed as a coup for Celtic but Musonda's impact has been minimal so far. A mesmerising contribution to the winning goal against Zenit aside, we've seen very little of the on-loan Chelsea playmaker.

His 18-month loan deal suggests that Rodgers is taking his time and, as was done with Patrick Roberts, is easing the 21-year-old gently into Scottish football. Hoops fans will hope he proves to be a slow-burner and that next season will be his time to shine. 2

James Forrest

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For a player who has never been regarded as a fans favourite, Forrest is already well on-course to become one of the club's most decorated players - having picked up 12 trophies at just 26. And if it wasn't for his evergreen skipper you'd fancy the winger to be a shoe-in for player of the year.

A career-best 16 goals so far have been a shining example of the improvement in Forrest's game. His talent has rarely been in doubt but it's been inconsistency that has frustrated the Parkhead faithful. That now seems to be a thing of the past after what's been an outstanding campaign for Scotland star. 8

Moussa Dembele

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It's been a real mixed bag for Dembele this season and at one point he looked certain to depart the club in January. His manager even admitted the 21-year-old's mental state had been affected, so it's been a real credit to his character that he now seems to be bouncing back.

Another in a long line of players who seem to relish the grandest stages, a towering performance against Zenit at Parkhead has been backed up by goals against Aberdeen and Rangers since the turn of the year. The Frenchman looks in ominous form as Celtic's chase for a double Treble picks up speed. 7

Leigh Griffiths

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The sight of Griffiths thumping the Parkhead turf after suffering an injury against Kilmarnock has been a snapshot of the striker's season. He's not been poor by any means but injuries and his boss' rotation policy will have left him frustrated.

However, he's still hit 13 goals and there was a real clamour for him to be given more game-time before his injury. Despite flitting in and out of the side, he's proven yet again that he remains one of the top strikers in the country, as well as bagging in the Champions League away at Anderlecht. 7

Odsonne Edouard

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A deadline day loan arrival from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, 20-year-old Edouard took his time to make an impact. Rodgers has made clear from the outset how much he rates the young striker and his consistent backing was repaid with one swing of the boot at Ibrox earlier this month.

Edouard emerged from the bench to fire ten-man Celtic to within touching distance of a seventh-straight title. He may not stay in Glasgow beyond the summer, but Edouard will forever command a place in Hoops fans' hearts after his derby heroics. 7